Elevate your culinary creations with Bob's Red Mill 25 lb. (11.34 kg) 13-Bean Soup Mix, a hearty and high-fiber blend designed to add wholesome plant protein to your soups and chilis. This mix includes a variety of beans such as navy, black, red, pinto, garbanzo, great northern, kidney, baby lima, and large lima beans, ensuring a diverse and flavorful dining experience.

Crafted without GMOs, this unseasoned 13-bean mix allows for versatility in a wide range of recipes. Whether you're a professional chef or a home cook, this bulk-sized pack is perfect for high-volume operations, ensuring you always have the essential ingredients on hand.

Key Features:

1. Nutrient-Rich Blend: A mix of navy, black, red, pinto, garbanzo, great northern, kidney, baby lima, and large lima beans for a diverse and nutritious soup base.
2. High Fiber without GMOs: Crafted without genetically modified organisms (GMOs), providing a wholesome and fiber-rich addition to your dishes.
3. Wholesome Plant Protein: Ideal for adding plant-based protein to soups and chilis, catering to health-conscious and vegetarian preferences.
4. Unseasoned Versatility: Unseasoned for versatility in various recipes, allowing you to customize the flavor profile to suit your culinary creations.
5. Bulk Size Convenience: The generous 25 lb. (11.34 kg) size is tailored for high-volume operations, ensuring you have an ample supply for your culinary endeavors.

Frequently Asked Questions – Bob's Red Mill 25 lb. (11.34 kg) 13-Bean Soup Mix

1. What is Bob’s Red Mill 13-Bean Soup Mix?

Bob’s Red Mill 13-Bean Soup Mix is a nutrient-rich blend of 13 different legumes, including kidney beans, pinto beans, navy beans, black beans, lentils, and more. This hearty mix provides plant-based protein, fiber, and essential vitamins and minerals.

2. Do the beans need to be soaked before cooking?

Yes. For best results, soak beans overnight in water to reduce cooking time and improve digestibility. Drain and rinse before cooking. If you’re short on time, you can also use a quick-soak method by boiling for 2 minutes, then letting them rest for 1 hour before draining.

3. How do you cook 13-Bean Soup Mix?

After soaking, simmer beans in fresh water or broth for 90 minutes to 2 hours, until tender. Add aromatics, vegetables, or meat for flavor. Salt should be added near the end of cooking to prevent toughening.

4. Is seasoning included in this mix?

No. The 13-Bean Soup Mix is unseasoned, giving you the flexibility to flavor it your way—whether with herbs, spices, smoked meats, or vegetarian seasonings.

5. What makes this mix nutrient-rich?

This blend combines different beans and lentils, offering a balanced source of plant-based protein, complex carbohydrates, and dietary fiber. It also delivers iron, magnesium, potassium, and B vitamins, making it a powerhouse for heart health and sustained energy.

6. Is the 13-Bean Soup Mix gluten-free?

Yes. Beans are naturally gluten-free. However, unless labeled “Gluten-Free” on the packaging, there may be a chance of cross-contact during processing. For strict gluten-free diets, look for Bob’s Red Mill Certified Gluten-Free products